He goes on to say that no clubs have offered Chicago what they feel is a "sufficient amount" for Barney. While the Cubs view him as a starting second baseman, many clubs regard him as a utility player.

Rosenthal did not mention any specific packages or teams, but it's likely that the Cubs were asking for a top prospect or several mid-level prospects in return.

Determining Barney's actual value isn't easy.

In just his second full season in the league, Barney sports a .272 average with three home runs and 22 RBI. The best part of his game is his defense, as his .994 fielding percentage is second in the National League behind recently suspended Freddy Galvis (.996) of the Philadelphia Phillies.

While those numbers don't really jump out at you, it's hard to argue with his consistency. He's not going to kill you with the bat, but he'll hit well enough to keep himself in the lineup.

Barney is definitely good enough to start for several teams. However, I can also see why some teams would want him as a super utility type of guy.

He's capable of playing second, third and even shortstop on occasion. His versatility would make him a valuable asset off the bench.

If the Cubs are as serious about rebuilding as they say they are, they should really take whatever they can get for Barney. At 26-years-old, he's likely past the point of improving into the league's top-10 second basemen.

I have a feeling we'll be seeing the Cubs clean house at the deadline, and Barney may very well be one of the pieces that gets shipped out.